OUT OF AFRICA: The fascinating Sand Rivers Selous where hippos lie submerged under the cool water, with only their bulbous heads peeping out, and languid crocodiles laze against the sand banks before sliding clumsily into the river.

UNSPOILT CORNER: Chada Katavi is a seasonal camp that blends discreetly into its environment, with green canvas tents camouflaged among the wide, canopied trees.

UNSPOILT CORNER: The six-tented camp, which accommodates only 12 people at a time, is filled with antique wooden beds, storm lanterns and cosy wool rugs

OUT OF AFRICA: Kigelia Ruaha comprises six airy tents arranged under a grove of Kigelia trees, beautifully designed with locally crafted light wood furniture, cream cotton sheets and a fully functional en-suite bathroom

UP CLOSE TO NATURE: Sand Rivers Selous is situated on the banks of the Rufji River. Eight open-fronted thatched cottages are designed to give guests panoramic views of the Selous game reserve, as well as allowing the sounds of hippos bellowing to be heard. Huge honeymoon-sized beds sit on a cream stone platform, with a wooden deck in front overlooking the flowing river

UP CLOSE TO NATURE: Sand Rivers Selous is situated on the banks of the Rufji River. Eight open-fronted thatched cottages are designed to give guests panoramic views of the Selous game reserve, as well as allowing the sounds of hippos bellowing to be heard. Huge honeymoon-sized beds sit on a cream stone platform, with a wooden deck in front overlooking the flowing river

UP CLOSE TO NATURE: Sand Rivers Selous is situated on the banks of the Rufji River. Eight open-fronted thatched cottages are designed to give guests panoramic views of the Selous game reserve, as well as allowing the sounds of hippos bellowing to be heard. Huge honeymoon-sized beds sit on a cream stone platform, with a wooden deck in front overlooking the flowing river